My child in a homeschool charter is having a hard time turning in work because of mental health challenges, so the charter is marking them absent. What do I do?

Every charter is different, but a starting point would be to get notes from the student’s home team, doctor, therapist, psychologist, and whoever else is helping. Put something together for the school about what the child can and can't do in their current state. It doesn't mean that the charter is going to accept it, but it's a starting point to try to work it out with the school. Obviously, the student's mental health is important.

If the child was in a traditional school, there would be discussions around supports and services and placement. Is the child in the right placement? Does the child have the right supports?